The Love Story Podcast30 Sep 2025

Tinder, Roadtrips, National Parks and True Love with Natalie and Charley Rudy

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In this episode of the Love Story podcast, host Ashley Green welcomes Natalie Rudy from St. Cloud to share her enchanting love story with Charley. The couple met on Tinder in early 2019, had their first date at Panera, and quickly fell in love. They bonded over their shared passion for road tripping to National Parks in the U.S. and enjoyed several adventures together before the pandemic accelerated their decision to move in together. Charley proposed at Glacier National Park in 2022, and they recently celebrated their honeymoon in Norway. The episode wraps with Natalie reflecting on what makes their relationship unique and special.

00:00 Welcome to the Love Story Podcast

00:16 Natalie and Charley's Tinder Tale

00:54 First Dates and Early Impressions

03:10 Road Trips and Bonding Moments

07:32 Navigating Life and Careers

19:37 The Impact of the Pandemic

23:46 Early Relationship Challenges

24:34 The Proposal That Wasn't

25:14 The Perfect Proposal

28:59 Family Dynamics and Meeting the Parents

32:39 Planning the Wedding

33:22 Honeymoon in Norway

41:48 Future Travel Plans

43:41 Reflections on Love and Partnership

45:20 Conclusion and Podcast Outro

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